It is sometimes difficult on the internet to tell the difference between a wooden garden building and another simply by their name. In this article, we will quickly explain what we consider to be the difference between these types of wooden garden buildings and what they are.
Visit the official website of a wood construction specialist for more detailed information on each type of wood construction.
Garden shed
A wooden garden shed is usually small in size, with small windows, and is mainly used for storing garden tools, wood and/or garden furniture, bicycles, etc. Its design is usually simple and minimalist, its foundations are simple.
Garden rooms
Garden rooms are usually medium-sized, partially or fully enclosed wooden structures. Often these wooden structures are real functional rooms designed to provide additional living space.
Think of a garden room with a sofa or a dining area with a table and chairs protected from rain and wind, or a pool house. Garden rooms can be installed with or without a permanent foundation.
The larger ones can be used as an office, a craft room, or a hobby room. Think for example of a painting workshop or a gym or yoga room. Some garden rooms include an awning and/or terrace in their design.
Log cabins
Wooden log cabins are usually a wooden construction with several openings (doors and windows). In terms of their use, wooden log cabins are very similar to residential houses but smaller.
In addition to private gardens, log cabins are also increasingly found on campsites and other holiday centers. These buildings can have several rooms such as bedrooms or a living room with an open kitchen.
The foundations of the log cabin are usually permanent, unlike other types of wooden garden buildings, and it is often connected to electricity, water, and sewage or a septic tank so that a functional kitchen, shower, and toilet can be created for year-round use.
Garages and carports
These wooden constructions are specially designed to protect a vehicle from the weather. Some wooden garages are very large and can accommodate both a car and a dedicated storage area or a workshop for mechanics or DIY.
Common characteristics of all these wooden buildings
The timber buildings mentioned above vary mainly in size. In terms of aesthetics, each type of building is declined in several models, from the most classic to the most modern and sleek to fit perfectly in all types of gardens.
All these wooden constructions are delivered in kit form, with all the necessary screws and bolts, so it is possible to assemble them yourself, assuming you have the necessary tools and experience. This is much quicker than conventional brick or concrete construction.
Wood is an aesthetic material that lends itself well to customization. The garden shed, garden room, and log cabin can be stained, painted, or left raw. The same applies to the wooden interior walls.
Finally, wood is an environmentally friendly material, both in its implementation and in its use. If the log cabin is used as a year-round residence, its thermal performance allows for saving energy compared to a conventional house.